Today they gave David another swallow test, which, unfortunately he didn’t pass. So that is the next hurdle to get over. If he can’t begin to swallow, they will insert a tube so he can begin rehabilitation in real earnest. They have also begun weening him off the BP medication, and if he is doing OK, they will move him into another room. I have met with the social worker and spoken to the insurance company to begin to figure out where, when and how he can be transferred to NY for rehab. They seem to think that that could happen before the end of the week, or early next week at the latest.
he is less verbal today, but he has some sensation in his right foot, which is a good sign. he is also sitting in a chair today for a couple hours, but complains that it is uncomfortable.